March 15, 2025

Multi-Touch Algorithms Software Engineer

Mid • On-site

$143,100 - $264,200/yr

Sunnyvale, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200594971
Be part of the engineering team crafting next-generation hardware user experiences through sophisticated algorithms. We are looking for an algorithm engineer with a solid understanding. Imagine what you could do as an algorithm engineer. At Apple, novel ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job; there’s no telling what you could accomplish. Here is your opportunity to be part of an incredible research and engineering team creating next-generation touch interfaces for iPad, Pencil, and more. We seek inquisitive, creative signal processing or machine learning engineers with expertise in time-series data and algorithm design, strong C/C++ implementation, and embedded programming skills. We are an eclectic group with backgrounds in signal processing, computer science, estimation algorithms, machine learning, human factors, and more. We are dedicated to inventing new ways of interacting with Apple products and shipping amazing products every year.

Description

This is a key position at a focal point of HW/SW/UI integration, with many collaboration opportunities in different fields. Starting from early in the product lifecycle, this engineer will analyze sensor data, design algorithms to preprocess data, extract feature and prototype algorithms to enable expected user interactions. Communicate the findings to the team and leadership and closely collaborate on HW/SW co-design to find the best solution for the ultimate user experience. You will closely collaborate with partner teams throughout the product life cycle, developing metrics to guarantee algorithm performance at different stages, designing and implementing algorithmic mitigations as needed, providing critical support during the production phase, supporting new form factors, and designing and implementing new user-facing features. Your experience with designing algorithms to process time series sensor data and extract features that can enable user interactions, along with rapid prototyping skills to show proof of concept and on-device implementation, would be essential. Experience with user interface design will help you further in this position.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
  • Strong software programming skills in C, C++ and Python
  • Experience with object-oriented programming and common design patterns
  • Background in numerical methods and techniques, especially as relates to stability in real-time DSP algorithms

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS (Phd preferred) with 1+ years of experience in developing, optimizing and implementing complex algorithms on resource constrained platforms.
  • 5+ years of experience in developing, optimizing and implementing complex algorithms on resource constrained platforms.
  • Strong theoretical knowledge of fundamental DSP concepts such as Adaptive filtering, linear algebra or machine learning or statistics.
  • Processing and analyzing complex data, e.g. for machine learning, signal processing, or statistics
  • Working with embedded or resource-constrained systems, and with C or C++
  • Control systems, optimization, or other applied mathematical techniques
  • Building mathematical models in Python, MATLAB, R, or a similar high-level language
  • Experience with content management systems, especially Git
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.